Event Coordinator

About Darling Group:
Darling Group is a leading Melbourne-based hospitality company that develops, owns and operates many of Australia’s most recognised and acclaimed hospitality venues including Top Paddock, Higher Ground, Darling Cafe, The Kettle Black, Dundas & Faussett, Bambu Asian Eating House, Stringers Sorrento, Token and The Terrace, set in the heart of Melbourne's iconic Royal Botanic Gardens. Our forward thinking philosophy creates world-class hospitality brands, all with a focus on service, design, innovation and experience.
 

About the Opportunity: 
We are seeking a detail obsessed, passionate Event Coordinator who enjoys bringing a clients vision to life. Join the Darling Group team, where you'll thrive in orchestrating unforgettable events across our portfolio. Your role will involve developing strong relationships with clients and venue teams, guaranteeing seamless and delightful experiences from event conception to execution. If you're driven by precision and love transforming ideas into reality, we want to hear from you!
 

Experience & Skills Required:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar hospitality role is essential.
• Be an enthusiastic individual with a high level of customer service, personality and an ability to work well with the team.
• Managing the event coordination cycle from event confirmation / handover from Sales through to event delivery.
• End-to-end event coordination management, inclusive but not limited to;
• Planning Meeting with clients to confirm finer details 
• Event Order creation
• Confirmation of final number & dietaries 
• Handover of final event details to Event Operations Manager 
• Issuing of final invoices and financial reconciliation in a timely manner
• Effective communication with all internal and external stakeholders to ensure the highest quality service and professional standards are delivered within the required timeframes.
• In-depth understanding of event offerings, collaborating with Head Chefs and Venue Managers on food and beverage propositions.
• Assisting clients with the appropriate food, beverage and operational solutions for their event and event requirements.
• Be capable to stretch across a variety of tasks, and have the right attitude towards overcoming obstacles, challenges and delivering a successful event.
• Familiarity with Tripleseat or similar events systems is advantageous.
   

What We Offer You:

• Career progression - As the team evolves and the Darling Group looks to acquire more venues, this role may evolve, with the additional responsibility  to assist the Head of Group Sales with sales enquiries according to the sales process. The Darling Group encourages and supports internal progression where possible, so Sales of small scale events may be added to the remit of this role in time, for the right candidate.
• Join a growing group!
• Competitive remuneration.
• Company-wide opportunities.
• Positive, respectful and fun work environment.
   

Apply Now:

If you are ready to take an exciting new step in hospitality event sales and would like to join our passionate team; click "Apply".